Woodward's Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment

At Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential. We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.

We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey. Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace for all.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position.Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Estimated annual base pay: $29.38 (minimum) - $36.73 (midpoint) - $44.09 (maximum) USD Hourly

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

  • 401(k) match (4.5%)

  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

• Paid parental leave

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Voluntary benefits, including:

  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts

  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

Are you ready to make your mark? If you are interested in becoming an Operations Specialist at Woodward, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

The Operations Specialist II reports to Operations or Technical Leadership. The position supports production from a technical standpoint and has a basic understanding of the product being produced in the area. It is the first line of defense for production related issues. The position solves minor manufacturing problems and works with members to implement process and product improvements.

What you will be doing...

• Understands six sigma tools. Participates in 5S

• Troubleshoots and solves problems

• Understands and follows processes. Identifies areas for improvement.

• Identifies mistakes on various manufacturing documents

• Interprets work instructions and drawings

• Trains members on manufacturing processes

• Evaluates new tooling for application to current designs

• Recommends revisions of methods of operation or material handling, alterations in equipment layout or other changes to increase production or improve standards

• Dispositions standard nonconformances (i.e. QNs/NCRs/ATRs)

• Change solder pots per maintenance schedule

• Change salt pots per maintenance schedule

• Document maintenance in Sharepoint system

• Run sectioning, mounting, lapping, and measuring equipment in Metallurgical Lab

• Document laser welding certification data in Sharepoint system

What we are looking for...

• High school diploma or International equivalent required

• Minimum 3-6 years of experience in a manufacturing environment required

• Basic written/verbal communication skills

• Basic understanding of six sigma tools and lean principles

• Basic computer skills (i.e., Excel, Word, SAP, WISE, PLM)

• Able to interpret basic schematics or drawings and identify mistakes

• Basic knowledge of applicable machining processes including Computer Numeric Controls (CNC) programing

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR, or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans

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